ASRM Today - A Conversation About Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) with Jennifer Knudtson
Release Date: 08/27/2020
ASRM Today: Genetics: Season Three Reflection
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This week host Jeffrey Hayes reflects on what was learned this season. More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Bonus Episode: Inclusive Family History Project
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Did you know some of your patients may have been conceived with donor gametes and that you may have an inaccurate family history from them putting them at risk for inappropriate medical care? This episode covers what every provider needs to know about donor conception, so you can provide safe and effective health care. The Inclusive Family History Project is working to raise awareness, remove stigmas from donor conception and ensure providers have the information they need to provide the right medical care for their patients. Website: Serena Chen: Twitter, Instagram @DrSerenaHChen;...
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Nine
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This week we are going back to the movies! In this episode, we discuss with film professor Dr. Joseph Watson the film Never Let Me Go. Our discussion goes into the problems of genetic testing and cloning while also discussing the merits of the film as a prime example of topical science fiction. More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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ASRM Today: Genetics Episode Eight
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In recent years, advances in genetic technologies have revolutionized reproductive medicine, offering unprecedented possibilities for screening, diagnosis and treatment. However, with these innovations come complex ethical dilemmas. To explore these issues in depth we interviewed Dr. Sigal Klipstein, MD, chair of the ASRM Ethics Committee. More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate...
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Seven
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We're diving deeper into our season long exploration of genetics in reproductive medicine, and this one's a must-listen. Joining us is the brilliant Dr. Elizabeth Ginsburg - President of ASRM, Professor at Harvard Medical School, and Program Director at Brigham & Women's Hospital - to unpack the science and the controversy around PGT-A (Preimplantation Genetic Testing for Aneuploidy) When is PGT-A actually helpful? Should women under 35 consider it or avoid it? What are the most common myths and misunderstandings? Don't miss this thoughtful, expert-led discussion on a topic that's shaping...
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Six
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Genetics and Aging: Let's unravel the science behind aging and explore whether genetics holds the key to a longer healthier future. More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Five
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Personalized Medicine and Genetic Testing: Imagine a world where your doctor doesn't just prescribe a one-size-fits-all treatment, but instead tailors your medication and therapy based on your own unique genetic make-up. That future is already becoming a reality. More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Four
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Genetics in Agriculture: How do scientists use genetic modification to improve crops? What role does selective breeding play? And what does the future hold for genetically engineered foods? How does it all affect reproductive medicine? More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Three
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Genetic diseases: What happens when our genetic code - our biological blueprint - contains an error? How do these errors lead to disease? And how are scientists working to correct them? We'll answer these questions and explore the exciting advances in gene therapy that could transform the future of medicine. Guest: Aishwarya Arjunan, MS, MPH, CGC More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM...
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ASRM Today: Genetics: Episode Two
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What makes us who we are? Is it our genes, our environment, or a complex interplay of both? In this episode we'll explore how genetics influences behavior and personality, how environmental factors come in to play, and what modern science says about the balance between the two. Guest: Aishwarya Arjunan, MS, MPH, CGC More on these topics is at Tell us your thoughts on the show by e-mailing Please subscribe and rate the show on Apple Podcasts, Google Play or wherever you get your podcasts. ASRM Today Series Podcasts are supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.
info_outline"PCOS is actually the most common endocrine disorder among reproductive age women. In 2010, according to the WHO it estimated 116 million women worldwide have PCOS." - Jennifer Knudtson, M.D.
It has been 30 years since the National Institutes of Health issued criteria on polycystic ovary syndrome or PCOS and we talk about the most recent updated guidelines today with Dr. Jennifer Knudtson, M.D.
Dr. Jennifer Knudtson is an Associate Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at University of Texas Health, San Antonio. She is a CREST scholar and a member of the ASRM Patient Education Committee, representing the Society for the Study of Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (SREI).
ASRM Practice Committee documents mentioned in this episode:
- Recommendations from the international evidence-based guideline for the assessment and management of polycystic ovary syndrome (2018)
- Role of metformin for ovulation induction in infertile patients with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS): a guideline (2017)
- Use of exogenous gonadotropins for ovulation induction in anovulatory women: a committee opinion (2020)
All ASRM Practice Committee documents can be viewed at ASRM.org
If you'd like to learn more about the types of practice documents and the methodology of their creation, visit this page on ASRM.org
The ASRM Today podcast is supported in part by the ASRM Corporate Member Council.